June marks Pride Month here in the commonwealth! To kick it off, this week my team and I went to both the pride flag raising here in Westfield and at the State House. I am looking forward to joining community members at festivities all across the district this month in celebration!
I started off my week by visiting two of our schools here in Westfield on Monday. In the morning, I attended Career Week at the Franklin Avenue Elementary School, where I spoke to students about my work previously as a lawyer, my service in the military, and the honor that I have as serving as your state senator. Later that afternoon, I paid a visit to Westfield High School, where I had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Dargie’s Current Issues class. It was great speaking with these students who have demonstrated such a strong interest in civics engagement. Thank you, Mr. Dargie, for having me back in your class, and I’m already looking forward to a visit next school year!
On Tuesday, I was over at Highland Elementary to discuss with teachers, educational experts and representatives from the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education about how the commonwealth can address the literacy skills gaps that is affecting so many students across our state. Highland Elementary School has been participating in pilot program this school year to help those students who have fallen behind on these critical skills by providing one-on-one tutoring. As someone who knows what it is like to struggle in school at a young age, I truly appreciate all that is being done to support all of our students.
